The Wines of Southern Ticino

Mendrisio

The theme of this trail is the relationship between viticulture and the earth. Climatic conditions provide the ideal balance of sun and rain to make Mendrisiotto, which is located between the southernmost point of Switzerland and Lake Lugano, an ideal wine region.

Description

The hiking tour, exclusively dedicated to the local Merlot, leads from the Laveggio Plain to the slopes of Monte San Giorgio. Near Clivio you will cross the border with Italy. The hike takes you through hilly landscapes where vineyards dominate the scenery. The route meanders past a myriad of picturesque villages nestled in the hillsides of Mendrisiotto. The small town centers have maintained their great artistic heritage and are testimonies to the extensive knowledge of the region’s great masters. Culture can be explored here within the context of the landscape!

Tour Overview

Profile

The careful planning of a tour will ensure that you also derive the maximum pleasure and enjoyment from it. Please take the time to contact the local information centre and enquire about route and weather conditions before setting off. Your intended trail may be fully or partially closed, depending on the time of year and weather conditions.

Experiences

Mountains

Monte Generoso, 1704m Railway and mountain station will remain closed in 2014/2015 due to reconstruction works